Would President Trump get impeached if he fires Mueller or would it not be an issue at all?
Democrats and also some Republicans have spoken about the possible consequences of firing Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Most of it centers on a possible impeachment. Even Liberals are against the move.
Trump had ordered Mueller’s firing over the summer but then retracted it as he cannot directly fire Mueller without cause. He has taken a different approach with a direct attack on Mueller and his proceedings. And has shown that he could remove those who are against the order and could also fire his national security adviser, his secretary of state and other top F.B.I. officials involved in the investigation. However, his impeachment is still unlikely.
By happenstance of Mueller’s dismissal and Trump not getting impeached, lawmakers could demand that Mueller’s evidence be turned over to Congress and could press to censure the president. Congress could also pass a law to reinstate an independent investigator in the executive or legislative branch which Trump would have to sign. Congress could also leverage its influence on the Justice Department nominees and pull strings to safeguard the evidence gathered by Mueller. Then, Mueller could be called to testify by relevant committees and a public disclosure of his investigation could be given to Congress which would be extremely difficult for Trump to stop.
Several Democrats are for the impeachment but the minority have a little leeway. Most Republicans think the move too implausible to happen. Ultimately, it would most likely be determined after the people vote in November.
